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Sony announced a new pink PlayStation Vita system during its SCEJA Press Conference today. The back of the system is light pink and the front-facing part is white. Sony will launch the pretty new Vita on November 13 in Japan. It will cost players 18,980 yen (roughly $182.20).

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>announcementconsolejapanlight-pink-white-vitapinkplaystationplaystation-japan-2014playstation-vitaSCEJsonytgs-2014vitaMon, 01 Sep 2014 02:23:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/22/new-pink-3ds-xl-announced-for-uk-coming-next-month/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/22/new-pink-3ds-xl-announced-for-uk-coming-next-month/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/22/new-pink-3ds-xl-announced-for-uk-coming-next-month/#commentsA new, pink 3DS XL glams up the UK on May 31. As Official Nintendo Magazine reveals, it isn't the same as the pink-and-white number which recently re-toured North America.

There's no word yet on other regions. While Nintendo recently announced the Animal Crossing and Pikachu 3DS XLs for the west, for now, much like one of the Queen's hats, this particular portable is big, pink, and only in the UK.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3ds3ds-xlnintendopinkrelease-dateukMon, 22 Apr 2013 08:45:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/12/pink-3ds-xl-returns-to-america-for-valentines-day/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/12/pink-3ds-xl-returns-to-america-for-valentines-day/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/02/12/pink-3ds-xl-returns-to-america-for-valentines-day/#commentsThe pink and white 3DS XL was released in North America over the holidays as a limited edition, first sold online, then briefly through retailers. Just in time for Valentine's Day, when the color pink overruns stores nationwide, Nintendo is bringing the pink 3DS XL back.

According to a post on the company's Facebook page, it'l be out this week "at stores coast to coast." It would probably look really nice with a bouquet of roses. Just saying.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3dsnintendopinkTue, 12 Feb 2013 02:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/28/rock-band-weekly-andrew-w-k-fun-p-nk-and-hot-chelle-rae/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/28/rock-band-weekly-andrew-w-k-fun-p-nk-and-hot-chelle-rae/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/28/rock-band-weekly-andrew-w-k-fun-p-nk-and-hot-chelle-rae/#commentsAndrew W.K. is gonna "Party Hard" on the Rock Band music store for Xbox 360 right before the New Year, while other consoles are going to have to wait a bit. Next week's update is December 30 on Xbox 360, but due to the update schedules of other consoles, the hard partying will need to be fashionably late in January on Wii and PS3.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>andrew-wkfunHarmonixhot-chelle-raemicrosoftnintendopinkplaystationpnkps3Rock-Band-3rock-band-weeklywiixboxFri, 28 Dec 2012 15:30:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/02/pink-3ds-xl-debuts-through-gilt/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/02/pink-3ds-xl-debuts-through-gilt/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/11/02/pink-3ds-xl-debuts-through-gilt/#commentsGilt is a site that allows members access to special sales on clothing and other fashion items. The latest fashionable accessory available through the site: the pink and white 3DS XL. Gilt is the first retailer to offer this 3DS XL color in North America, bundling it with either Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask (which is currently sold out) or Style Savvy: Trendsetters for $219.99, $20 less than buying the system and a game separately.

Note that the bundles will arrive between November 26 and December 6, so don't buy it expecting to play Style Savvy right away; it'll show up fashionably late.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3ds3ds-xlgiltnintendopinkstyle-savvy-trendsettersFri, 02 Nov 2012 15:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/13/rock-band-weekly-p-nk/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/13/rock-band-weekly-p-nk/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/13/rock-band-weekly-p-nk/#commentsNext week's Rock Band DLC features four tracks from pop-rock artist P!nk. "Get the Party Started" comes off her Missundaztood album, while the other three songs are from her Grammy-nominated Funhouse album. Also, "Please Don't Leave Me" takes on quite a different tone when sung by a guy instead of a girl.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>HarmonixmicrosoftnintendoPinkplaystationPnkps3Rock-Band-3rock-band-weeklywiixboxFri, 13 Apr 2012 21:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/start-a-meaningful-relationship-with-a-pearl-pink-3ds-feb-10/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/start-a-meaningful-relationship-with-a-pearl-pink-3ds-feb-10/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/30/start-a-meaningful-relationship-with-a-pearl-pink-3ds-feb-10/#commentsThe pink 3DS was offered over the holidays in North America as part of a Nintendogs bundle. Today, Nintendo announced that a standalone release for the Pearl Pink handheld will be offered Feb. 10, for $169.99. Of course, since the bundle was the same price, this isn't so much a cheaper option as it is no free game.

In the announcement of the standalone release, Nintendo positions it as a Valentine's Day-themed item and suggests ways the 3DS can help sweethearts get closer, including snapping photos of dates with the camera (aww), bringing out each other's "sweet side" with a virtual puppy, playing Pushmo and Freakyforms (o... kay) and racing each other in Mario Kart 7. That last one is more likely to end a relationship than start one, we're afraid.

The UK will also see a bundle-free release of the pink 3DS on Feb. 10, along with the Ice White model, which has yet to be released in North America in any form. Don't worry, we're sure it will.

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A live version of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers' "Mary Jane's Last Dance" is available next week within the band's Rock Band DLC six-pack. The song may not be everyone's cup of formaldehyde, but it's certainly memorable for conjuring up one of the creepiest music videos of all time. We have no idea what the song is actually about, but it will always be the story of Tom Petty stealing Kim Basinger's corpse from the morgue, dressing her up, and then at the end .... AHHhhHhHHHH!

Check out the full update after the break, no new Rock Band Unplugged DLC next week.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dlcgo-gosharmonixkelly-clarksonMicrosoftmtv-gamesNintendopinkrock-bandrock-band-2rock-band-unpluggedrock-band-weeklyrock-band-wiirock-band-wiiklytom-pettyWiiXbox-360Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:30:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/see-the-wii-remote-in-pink-and-blue/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/see-the-wii-remote-in-pink-and-blue/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/see-the-wii-remote-in-pink-and-blue/#commentsDuring a retailer conference, Nintendo of Japan announced intentions to release Wiimotes in blue and pink on December 3. GAME Watch has posted images of the chromatically enhanced controllers, which reveal a blue that looks similar to, if a little darker than, the lovely, limited Wii Sports ResortWiimotes given away in Japan.

When these are released, Nintendo will have achieved a milestone: a different Wii Remote color for each of four players. Currently, no announcements have been made outside of Japan, but with the black Wiimote on the way to North America, and the black system and Classic Controller Pro announced for Europe today, it seems like only a matter of time before all Wiimote variants are available everywhere.

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You like big butts and you can not lie, so sing it with other brothas when the track drops this July. Yes, the song that acknowledges the glory of expansive posteriors will actually be available tomorrow, July 3, on Lips. Check out what else is coming to the karaoke title this month, after the break.

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A recent Activision presser revealed Guitar Hero World Tour's downloadable offerings for next month, and boy, is it one eclectic hodge-podge of on-rails music. One of the packs is free, too! We love free hodge-podges.

May 7: Ferret/Metal Blade Track Pack (Free!)

"Dez Moines" - The Devil Wears Prada

"On Broken Glass" - Chimaira

"Grave of Opportunity" - Unearth

May 14: Pop Rock Track Pack (440 / $5.49)

"So What" - Pink (160 / $2)

"Stop and Stare" - OneRepublic (160 / $2)

"Everything's Magic" - Angels and Airwaves (160 / $2)

May 21: European Track Pack No. 5 (440 / $5.49)

"Disconnected" - In Flames (160 / $2)

"Oh Yeah!" - Housse de Racket (160 / $2)

"Look Good In Leather" - Cody ChesnuTT (160 / $2)

Like always, these tunes can't be downloaded in packs on the Wii -- each song must be downloaded separately for 200 Wii Points (except for the free ones, which are, of course, free). We've got videos for the first three posted after the jump!

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>angels-and-airwavesdlcguitar-hero-world-tourMicrosoftNintendoonerepublicpinkrhythmsongstrack-packsWiiXbox-360Thu, 30 Apr 2009 01:30:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2009/02/25/three-new-colors-for-dsi-in-japan/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/02/25/three-new-colors-for-dsi-in-japan/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/02/25/three-new-colors-for-dsi-in-japan/#commentsNintendo of Japan has announced plans to release the DSi console in three cheerful new colors: pink, lime green, and metallic blue. All three will be released on the same day, March 20, and will sell for 19,800 yen ($195), the same price as the currently available black and white DSi systems.

Haters of the North American blue version will now be able to direct their ire toward these garish new colors, out of our reach though they may be. Fans of the blue may find themselves envious of these even more vivid colors. We're sorting out some rather complex emotions ourselves.

Don't worry if you haven't been following the DSi for the last few months -- your crazy friends at Joystiq Nintendo have been all over it. Check out our unboxing of a Japanese system for a hands-on rundown of features, and have a look at the awesomeDSiWaredownloads that have come to Japan. Then torture yourself with the limited-edition FFCC: Echoes of Time DSi that probably won't make it here!

After a few controversial picks, I've decided to take the edge off and pick on an easy target. After all, doesn't picking on the weak make us all feel a little better? So don't worry about today: we've got not one but TWO S's replaced with Z's!

Pedigree

Instead of talking about the developer and publisher, let's just take a long look at the title. It's in three parts. First: "Bratz," a franchise which has been criticized locally for allegedly attempting to sell sex to children. Abroad, things are even worse: "On December 21, 2006, the National Labor Committee announced that the factory workers in China, who make Bratz dolls, labor for 94.5 hours a week, while the factory pays only $0.515 an hour, $4.13 a day. The per doll amount is $0.17, much less than the Bratz dolls actually cost (from $20 to $40)." (Wikipedia).

And most important of all, let's not forget the last letter of the first word, a disgusting trait also shared with the second word: "Ponyz." When did the letter "S" become uncool? Did he totally say ohmigod and she was all like "right?" Or did Z suddenly become incredibly popular? Did Z come skateboarding through space while wearing sunglasses and playing a hot pink electric guitar? That's still cool, right?

Finally, we have the number 2 ... as if there were so many unanswered questions at the end of Bratz Ponyz 1.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bratzbratz-ponyzbratz-ponyz-2joystiqfeaturespinkshovelwaretweentweensWed, 17 Dec 2008 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/21/nintendo-jazzing-up-wiimote-wrist-straps/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/21/nintendo-jazzing-up-wiimote-wrist-straps/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/21/nintendo-jazzing-up-wiimote-wrist-straps/#commentsWhile we're still waiting for that leopard skin Wiimote wrist strap of our dreams, Nintendo will shortly release green, blue, pink, and white straps in Japan. Other than helping to distinguish Wiimotes between multiplayer sessions, we can't really think of a compelling need for these non-threatening, pastel accessories, but perhaps they're a sign that matching controllers are on the way? That's probably a long shot, but it would be nice.

For those of you with an interest in importing, these are scheduled to appear next month for ¥300 ($2.80) each, or you can snag the four-pack above for ¥1,000 ($9.25). For those of you who are too cheap for even that, you can make your own for nada.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>accessoriesbluegreenpinkstrapwhitewii-remotewiimotewrist-strapThu, 21 Aug 2008 16:35:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/19/need-to-repair-a-broken-power-switch/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/19/need-to-repair-a-broken-power-switch/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/19/need-to-repair-a-broken-power-switch/#commentsFor the majority of us, repairing a broken DS Lite (which is a fairly rare thing, unless you happen to be friends with G4 or something) is accomplished through doing nothing more than picking up the phone and calling Nintendo. But, some are more brave than us, taking the responsibility of maintaining the integrity of their precious handheld upon themselves.

Enter flickr user shalf, who has a daughter that broke the power switch on her pink DS Lite. Like a good dad, he isn't going to make her wait for the time it takes to ship the handheld to Nintendo and get it back repaired, he's done it himself! And, thankfully, he's taken tons of pictures and placed them on his flickr page for all to see. Hopefully, some of you out there thinking about taking apart your DS Lite can learn a thing or two from his efforts.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokebrokenpinkrepairrepairsswitchMon, 19 May 2008 18:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/16/metallic-rose-ds-lite-a-reality/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/16/metallic-rose-ds-lite-a-reality/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/16/metallic-rose-ds-lite-a-reality/#commentsTurns out, the rumor is true: the Metallic Rose DS Lite will be available for standalone purchase starting later this month. So, for those of you that liked the look of the unit available in the Nintendogs bundle, yet didn't want Nintendo's puppy sim (or that big paw print on the unit), you're in luck.

Nintendo comments that you'll soon be seeing commercials for this new DS Lite color soon, stating that as of Monday, May 19th, you'll see celebrities America Ferrera and Carrie Underwood "featured in commercials for the Metallic Rose version of Nintendo DS."

Anybody interested in picking this model up, either for themselves, or as a gift?

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bundlecolormetallic-rosenintendogspinkroseFri, 16 May 2008 11:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/02/whats-the-best-way-to-pass-time-before-a-wedding-ds-of-course/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/02/whats-the-best-way-to-pass-time-before-a-wedding-ds-of-course/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/02/whats-the-best-way-to-pass-time-before-a-wedding-ds-of-course/#commentsAs we were spending time perusing through flickr photos (because we like to see how people who aren't chained to a laptop and forced to blog forever live), we came across the interesting picture you see to your right. Now, we know nothing of traditional Indian weddings (which we're assuming this is, also we know nothing of plain old regular weddings, either), but we do know about getting our game on. Honestly, we're just surprised that everyone is all smiles as she plays away on her sweet pink DS Lite. We thought weddings were supposed to be ultra serious and that they left no room for enjoying games. Shows what we know!

Even our own Eric Caoili admits to enjoying his DS a bit before his own wedding. He remarks that he was playing some Mr. Driller minutes before it all went down. We congratulate him on both playing an awesome game and having the guts to possibly anger the bride-to-be on their wedding day. The man has courage, we'll give him that! But, then again, we're sure that she couldn't argue with the merits of drilling several hundred meters underground.

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A fairly dreary, rubbish "rainbow," admittedly, but a rainbow of sorts. These 'chuks are all part of Nyko's new Kama range of wireless nunchuks, and are classified as gray, black, pink, and gold (the one on the right, apparently). They also happen to be limited edition, and that's probably why Nyko is happy to charge us $35 per nunchuk, a considerable mark-up on the $20 you'd pay for a standard wired Nunchuck (how passé!). The gray ones are up for sale now (there's 300 of them to go round), and the other colors will follow in the coming days (the black and gold are the rarest, numbering only 150).

Nyko already has a wireless nunchuck out on the market previously released a wireless Nunchuck adapter, so we don't doubt that these would also do the job nicely. However, unlike the adapter, this is a standalone wireless Nunchuck. No messy cords to bundle up. But $35 for a peripheral that will clash with our lovely white Wiimotes? We'll pass on this one.

[Update: Update: Corrected a few errors in the article. $35 is the standard price for all of Nyko's Kama wireless nunchucks: the limited edition Kama line of nunchucks cost the same as Nyko's standard Kama Wireless Nunchucks soon to be released.]

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blackgoldgraykamalimited-editionnunchuknykopinkwirelessWed, 23 Apr 2008 13:30:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2008/01/30/girl-gamer-magazine-thinks-its-still-the-1950s/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/01/30/girl-gamer-magazine-thinks-its-still-the-1950s/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/01/30/girl-gamer-magazine-thinks-its-still-the-1950s/#commentsAttention female readers of DS Fanboy! You know how you're ALWAYS thinking about nothing else but pink things, cooking, and raising cute ickle babies? Well, Nintendo is, like, TOTALLY on your wavelength! The company has just teamed up with publisher Future to launch gaming magazine Girl Gamer in the UK, and it won't cost you a penny, meaning you can save for those divine shoes that you just have to have or you'll die.

The 32-page magazine is being given away with the latest copies of Bliss and Mizz, two of the UK's most popular girl's titles, and is yet further evidence that Nintendo is completely in touch with female gamers. Just look at the cover: pink things? Check! Cooking? Check! Babies? Check!

The annual pre-"Black Friday" bargain hunting has started among predatory shoppers, and we're already reaping the benefits of shoppers' insane vigilance. This detail from a Sears ad has revealed two new DS hardware configurations. We already knew of the gold Phantom Hourglass box, but this is the firmest confirmation we've seen from an actual retailer.

More interesting is the reveal of a metallic pink Nintendogs: Best Friends Editionbundle for $149.99. We don't know if this is a Sears exclusive, but the little ad clipping makes no mention of exclusivity. We doubt it, since one of our intrepid commenters hinted at exactly this hardware for GameStop as well. A new hardware bundle for a two-year-old game? Seems ludicrous on the outset, but it'll probably sell a (few million) bundle(s).

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If you're Canadian, we're sorry (we kid!). No, actually if you're Canadian and so happen to be in the market for a new DS Lite, then you're in luck. Turns out retailer Zellers is dishing out DS Lites for only $109.99, but only if they're of the black, white or pink variety.

Should you want to check out the flyer, hit up this link and input your postal code. Once done, it should send you over to the appropriate area. Or, you could just walk into one of the stores, if you have one near you.

They're here, they're pretty ugly, get used to it. The new colored Xbox 360 controllers are now available to purchase for $49.99. We really couldn't say it better than X3F when they pointed out these are the perfect "It's a Boy" or "It's a Girl" baby shower gift colors. Sadly, the powder blue controller we were hoping for and saw at E3 won't be in North America just yet, but you can always import it from Japan starting November 1. And just remember, if you hate all these colors, you can always make your own.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bluecolorcoloredcontrollercontrollerpinkXbox-360xbox360Wed, 03 Oct 2007 09:30:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/10/02/pink-and-blue-controllers-available-for-purchase/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/10/02/pink-and-blue-controllers-available-for-purchase/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/10/02/pink-and-blue-controllers-available-for-purchase/#commentsLove 'em or hate 'em, two brand new Xbox 360 wireless controllers are available at retail starting today allowing gamers to express themselves in two brand new colors. The new (dark) Blue and Pink controllers retail for the standard $49.99 wireless controller price and also make the perfect "It's a Boy" or "It's a Girl" baby shower gift. Because nothing says congratulations on having a new kid than an Xbox 360 controller themed after a centuries old color coded stereotype.

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Fed up with screen protectors? Scared that you'll eventually crack your system's hinge? Looking to replace the DS Lite you threw against the wall after your girlfriend dumped you via PictoChat. Seriously, why didn't she just tell you to your face? She was only a few feet away when she did it!

This latest hardware revision for the Nintendo DS, Felt Pink, makes those issues things of the past; the new design is even lighter and has a softer D-pad! Carol Esther, the craftster behind this limited edition portable, is willing to part with it for only fifteen dollars! Head past the post break for a photo of the handheld with its lid pulled back.

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A mysterious NeoGAF poster called CubeRevolution is reporting, via equally mysterious sources, a new DS Lite bundle for Europe, to be released in September. The purported bundle will consist of a pink DS Lite and a copy of Harvest Moon DS, and will retail for 149.99 Euros, which, for those of us who don't habitually shop with Euros, is the usual cost of a DS Lite alone.

CubeRevolution said that an official statement about this bundle would be made during the Leipzig Games Convention, which takes place from August 23-26. If you a) live in Europe, b) want a pink DS, and c) would enjoy either Harvest Moon DS or an extra game to trade in, we recommend waiting until after the Games Convention to make your purchase, just in case this turns out to be true.

Are you still waffling over whether or not you should hug your big ol' original DS goodbye and pick up a DS Lite? We know some of you are still clinging to the old ways, but never fear -- we're here to help! This week, we're going to look at ten reasons to make the switch ... and ten reasons to stick with what you've got. Oh, we never said we'd make the decision easy.

Of course, the minute we convince you, Nintendo's apt to completely redesign the hardware all over again! But don't worry -- you'll be armed with a list of reasons to wait on anything new ... at least, until we decide to start convincing you to upgrade again. It's the circle of Nintenfandom; you know you're used to it by now.

The new DS Lites have been released in Japan and have shown up on import shopping sites. That's right, for only $179 + shipping, you can have a DS Lite in one of the two new Japan-exclusive colors! You have your choice of Like the Regular DS Phat Color but on a Lite, or Like the Pink One but Shinier.

Sure, you pay a premium, but it may be worth it to have a DS that looks somewhat different from other DS's in the immediate area. Depends on how you feel about the new colors! What do you think-- Gloss Silver or Gross Silver? Metallic Pink or Me-tacky Pink?

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>colords liteDsLiteglossgloss silverGlossSilverimportsmetallicmetallic pinkMetallicPinkpinkplay asiaPlayAsiasilverFri, 13 Jul 2007 17:20:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/12/pink-and-blue-controllers-shot-in-the-wild/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/12/pink-and-blue-controllers-shot-in-the-wild/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/12/pink-and-blue-controllers-shot-in-the-wild/#commentsYesterday, we mentioned that two new Xbox 360 controllers would be available in pink and blue this October. We were all fine and content with the new dark and intense colors, but new photos have us second guessing ourselves. The guys over at MaxConsole posted a shot of the new controllers in their natural habitat and honestly, the pictures supplied on Xbox.com don't match. Well, they are close, because the controllers are pink and blue, but in reality the controllers are more Easter egg pastel than dark intense colors. We're officially renaming the color descriptions to "puffy cloud sky blue" and "soft and gentle I need love pink". They're perfect for baby showers too!

The Scene It controllers aren't the only cue that Microsoft has been taking from Nintendo lately. The coral pink Xbox 360 controller, along with the powder blue, just scream for you to pick them up and say, "Awwww." It's just the perfect color for that girl in your life ... or pastel lover. No word when these will release though you'd think there'd be signage or something like that. Just remember, you can always make your own.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bluecontrollerscorale3e307pinkxboxXbox-360Wed, 11 Jul 2007 23:05:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/11/pink-and-blue-controllers-join-white-and-black/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/11/pink-and-blue-controllers-join-white-and-black/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/11/pink-and-blue-controllers-join-white-and-black/#commentsGetting bored of your bland white and black Xbox 360 controllers? Are you feeling the need for some color in your life? Well, today Microsoft revealed two Xbox 360 controller colors that should make you a happy camper. The brand new blue and pink wireless controllers will retail for $49.99 just like their older white and black cousins and will be available this October. Now remember fanboys, blue is for boys and pink is for girls.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bluecontrollercontrollerse3e307peripheralspinkWed, 11 Jul 2007 14:15:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/06/fit-for-a-princess-ds-plays-dress-up/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/06/fit-for-a-princess-ds-plays-dress-up/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/06/fit-for-a-princess-ds-plays-dress-up/#commentsBored with the dull gray, clunky design of her old Nintendo DS, Marie decorated the dated handheld with lace trim and a ribbon bow, gluing her himegyaru-styled artwork onto its lid. The brick's interior was also gussied up, but with what, we're not sure. Daffodils and closed-eye kisses from Prince Charming maybe?

On its completion, her project sent out a rainbow-tailed shockwave that was felt for miles, magically transforming tough-guy motorcycles into purple unicorns, perfuming musky-scented men, and X-ing out every Y chromosome in its path. Squeal and swoon past the post break for a better view of this girly mod and its Princess Cupcake hood.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dslacelacinglolitanabokovnintendonintendo dsNintendoDspinkFri, 06 Jul 2007 19:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/28/pink-spartans-know-how-to-rock/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/28/pink-spartans-know-how-to-rock/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/28/pink-spartans-know-how-to-rock/#commentsWhat's better than a pink Master Chief, a replica Guitar Hero II X-plorer guitar, and over 70 sparkly jewels? The answer: nothing! Girly Halo fan bs angel created a jewel encrusted X-plorer guitar for her pink Master Chief spartan to rock out with. The project took around two hours to complete with most of that time dedicated to attaching the little jewels. You can check out more pictures of this pink wonder after the break. Now only if bs angel can hook us up with a few tickets to the pink Master Chief rock concert that's going down this Summer ... our fingers are crossed.

We're not sure children really count as gaming gear, but who are we to define the boundaries of a parent's love? Don't worry, Elmer, we're just kidding -- we absolutely approve of your sending us this picture of your twin daughters, which is why we've chosen to feature them in our first edition of Show and Tell. These little dolls are only a year and a half old, and they've already mastered the art of wrangling the handhelds away from their parents ... and from those looks of intense concentration, they're already on their way to becoming serious gamers.

The proud papa even sent us a video -- you can check it out after the jump. And just remember, you too can be in this spot, with everyone cooing over your awesome game-related photos and swag. Just take some pictures and send them to showmeit at dsfanboy dot com, and we'll take care of the rest. We've gotten lots of great submissions so far, but we always want more. Thanks again to Elmer and his lovely daughters!

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ds liteDsLitegamer babiesGamerBabiesnavypinkshowtelltwinsvideoThu, 14 Jun 2007 13:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/04/04/the-pride-of-our-pocket-protectors/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/04/04/the-pride-of-our-pocket-protectors/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/04/04/the-pride-of-our-pocket-protectors/#commentsUnless you're the type who sharpens a pencil down to its metal crown, the DS Lite stylus just doesn't compare to the familiar weight, thickness, and balance of a pen or pencil. Hori's latest Touch Pen looks like a comfortable and convenient alternative to the stock stylus.

Users drop a standard stylus into the Touch Pen Attachment's casing just like with an ink refill. Including two replaceable styli with every purchase seems a bit unnecessary, but we're not going to argue with free stuff. The pen's wider and taller body will be able to rest on your hand, and the rubber grip makes sure that the stick won't slip out of your fingers during a hectic game of Elite Beat Agents.

The Touch Pen Attachment is as portable as any other writing utensil, but you can also latch it onto the back of your handheld with the two plastic bumps on the clip. From the product shots we've seen, the nubs fit right into the holes meant for the DS Lite's strap.

The pens come in White, Black, and Pink, retailing for about $6.00 each. Head past the post break for more photos of the Touch Pen Attachment DS Lite.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>accessoryblackdsdslitehorilitenintendodspenpencilpinkstylistyluswhiteWed, 04 Apr 2007 16:10:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/26/uk-deal-of-the-day-pink-psp-for-cheap/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/26/uk-deal-of-the-day-pink-psp-for-cheap/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/26/uk-deal-of-the-day-pink-psp-for-cheap/#commentsWhile the PSP Fanboy staff comes from the good ol' US of A, many of our readers do not. In fact, besides America, the United Kingdom makes up the second greatest demographic for us (10%), beating out other territories like Canada (4%), Germany (3%), and "Unknown Country" (2%).

So, let's celebrate our UK readers! Today, we have a special Deal of the Day just for you: amazon.co.uk is offering the pink PSP for only £99.99 (w/ free shipping), making it the same cost as the pink DS. Surely you, or your female friends, will appreciate it.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>amazondealdeal of the dayDealOfTheDaypinkukMon, 26 Feb 2007 20:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/21/ds-daily-any-ds-shortage-in-your-area/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/21/ds-daily-any-ds-shortage-in-your-area/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/21/ds-daily-any-ds-shortage-in-your-area/#commentsWhile the Wii shortage seems to be pretty universally problematical, the situation varies when it comes to the DS. Around here, you can find lots of pink DS Lites, but anything else is a little more difficult lately. Some readers report that they can't find a DS at all, anywhere. Apparently demand varies by region, and stores still haven't rebounded from the holiday rush. Now that February is nearly over, you'd think the stock would increase.

How about you? Anyone in your life hurting for a DS that's nowhere to be found?

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blackcoral pinkDSDS LitedsdDsLiteNintendopinkshortagewhiteWed, 21 Feb 2007 09:00:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/14/girls-watch-out-pink-headphones-dont-work/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/14/girls-watch-out-pink-headphones-dont-work/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/14/girls-watch-out-pink-headphones-dont-work/#commentsThe Pink PSP is all the rage (everywhere but America). But, the Pink PSP headphones are not as nice. At least, according to PSP GadgetZ. The man that buys everything PSP-related was surprised to see that although his new black headphones worked fine, these pink official earbuds do nothing at all. Is it just a one-time defect, or is the entire line-up of pink headphones from Sony busted up? I'd like to think the former, but just in case, you may want to avoid this import.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>earbudearbudsheadphoneheadphonespinkpsp gadgetzPspGadgetzsonyWed, 14 Feb 2007 09:30:00 ESThttp://www.joystiq.com/2007/01/28/ds-daily-seeing-double/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/01/28/ds-daily-seeing-double/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/01/28/ds-daily-seeing-double/#commentsYou can have a pink one, or a pimped out black one. You can go with phat or sleek. You can turn it into a turtle shell or a tank. You can tattoo it or you can go for plain, sparkling white. With the DS, the choice is yours ... and some people like to go for multiples. For DS owners, it seems less is definitely not more. So what about you? Are you packing more than one DS? Was it the lure of a new color, or did you yearn for a special edition? Did you make the transition from phat to lite? We'd love to know if you have more than one DS lying around the house.

And while we're on the subject ... anyone else just itching for the blue ones to make their way outside Japan? Import costs are just no fun.